mattress question

[emily_in_nc]

Heheh, we're just the opposite. DH and I both prefer firm mattresses, and we find most hotel mattresses too soft!

We had to specially request a non-pillowtop mattress for the condo we are building in Belize. They normally put pillowtop mattresses in them, and we found it way too soft in the condo we rented last summer. Have no idea what we'll end up with b/c there was no choice of brands or price points, and in a third-world country, there's just not the selection that we have here in the US, at all. For example, we had a choice of one brand of appliances (many different models but all the same brand - GE), one brand of TV, etc. We could ship a mattress down, but that would cost a mint in shipping and customs duty. So...we shall see.

[tulip]

...there's just not the selection that we have here in the US, at all. For example, we had a choice of one brand of appliances (many different models but all the same brand - GE), one brand of TV, etc...

That sounds quite refreshing, actually. Besides, who needs a mattress or a TV in Belize, anyways?? Just sleep in the hammock tied between the palm trees, and read a book or gaze at the ocean!

[Irulan]

Hammocks are way overrated in my opinion.

[shootingstar]

Hammocks are way overrated in my opinion.

Just not so good for the back when sleeping for hrs. in a hammock.

[OakLeaf]

All you need is dust mite excluding mattress and pillow covers. Some of them are pretty inexpensive. It makes an enormous difference in my allergy symptoms. And, they're washable - I wash mine about once for every four to six times the sheets gets washed.

[Koronin]

Emily, it is good that you and your husband prefer the same time. I am so glad my husband and I prefer the same type. At least it makes picking out a mattress a bit easier. I can definitely see where a pillow top would not be good for someone who likes a firm mattress.

[Irulan]

Emily, it is good that you and your husband prefer the same time. I am so glad my husband and I prefer the same type. At least it makes picking out a mattress a bit easier. I can definitely see where a pillow top would not be good for someone who likes a firm mattress.

We got some sort of hybrid that has a pillow top-ish top but is firm and supportive, as we both really like firm. This has just enough cush to make you go "...aaahhhhh" but is still very firm, not soft all.

[emily_in_nc]

That sounds quite refreshing, actually. Besides, who needs a mattress or a TV in Belize, anyways?? Just sleep in the hammock tied between the palm trees, and read a book or gaze at the ocean!

Sounds lovely in theory, but in principle there is rainy season...and mosquitos! I think I'll stick with whatever mattress they give us!